The Journal of Elements and Seasons
A nature inspired newsletter for those longing to slow down and listen.
If you yearn to connect your spirituality with the land, need a dose of wonder and beauty in this hurting world, and long for ways to honor the full tapestry of being, this space is for you.
For regular poetry, reflections, prayers, and seasonal wisdom rooted in embodied spirituality and everyday life, join The Journal of Elements and Seasons. Each offering is crafted to meet you gently where you are and support in connecting your spirituality with the sacred rhythms of nature.
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From the Blog Archive:
Writing from 2010-2021
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To Attend or Not To Attend: How to Ask the Question
I admit it. When I see pictures and blogs about a wonderfully expansive yoga festival or workshop I get a little jealous and sort of persnickety. I sigh, humph, then remind myself that we all have different paths and I have chosen mine. Back in college I read this book that essentially said we can…
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Yoga
Weekly Class Schedule Net App Tuesday 7:30 – 8:30am ~ Yoga 1-2 Friday 7:30 – 8:30 am ~ Yoga 1-2 Cary Family Y Schedules Varies.- Mixed Level, Yoga Basics, and Yoga 2. Please click to view the complete Y schedule. Teaching Style I teach alignment based hatha yoga in a fluid style infused with a spiritual theme…
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Workshops and Retreats
Current Workshop Offerings The workshops listed below are available as stand-alone weekends, retreats, master classes, sections of Yoga Teacher Trainings, or as an ongoing, monthly series. They can be adapted for the needs of your studio, church, Y, or student population. In addition, any of the Empower Practice Themes can be taught as Master Classes or stand…
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Spiritual Practice
The Householder’s Path is an invitation to live the spiritual journey by meeting the sacred in every moment through contemplation, listening, daily practice, and hospitality for ourselves and others, even if in that moment one is getting the oil changed, washing the dishes, folding the laundry, balancing the checkbook, practicing yoga, walking in the woods, cooking a meal or…
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Teacher Training and Mentoring
I am on the faculty and present regular segments in the following teacher trainings. At InnerLight, our mission is simple: To empower fellow humans to Practice, Teach, and Shine. Whether you would like to teach or simply deepen your understanding and relationship to your practice, InnerLight Yoga School offers students an in-depth, unscripted, and personalized approach…
Melinda Emily Thomas 